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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

paranoid

/pærəˈnaɪd/ adjective · British & US
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What does paranoid mean?

adjective

Having or characterized by a persistent delusional belief that one is going to be harmed, harassed, followed, slandered, etc., by an individual, group, or organization.

Example

"The paranoid person became convinced that the government was monitoring their every move."

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